605 Summer Classic
By Michael Todd
Photos Submitted
Among four other headliners — the presence-driven catharsis of Cloud Cult, the all-out dance party of Later Babes, the heart-filled feminism of Caroline Smith, and the blood-vessel-breaking rock of The Kickback — this year’s 605 Summer Classic has booked a newly...
Summer, Summertime! Top Ten Black Hills Patios
By Kara Sweet
10. Isabella’s (Newcastle, Wyoming)
Though I may be biased, I had to start my top ten with a patio from my own small town. Isabella’s is a great Italian-inspired restaurant in an historic building on Main Street. The view of the post office,...
“….As much weird stuff as anyone else’s weird dreams…” – Talking REM cycles and musical dreamscapes with Mike Helland from Tenenbaums
(From left, Mike Helland (bass), Andrew Helland (drums), Brandon Phrommany (guitar/vocals)
By Austin Kaus
For the three 21-year-olds that make up Tenenbaums, dreams are important. The Sioux Falls natives process their own subconscious adventures through ethereal indie pop songs on their debut full-length Favorite Dreams. Bassist...
Pet of the Month: Max
This playful terrier mix is three years old can be found at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. He can be a toy-hog, but loves to play! Max knows how to sit, but will need additional training from a patient new friend. He is...
“…I think when you look back, doors open in front of you.” – Growing up on screen and stage with Jenny Lewis
By Austin Kaus
Jenny Lewis went from being a child actor appearing popular television shows (Golden Girls, Baywatch, Roseanne) and movies (The Wizard, Troop Beverly Hills) to an indie music sensation with her now-defunct band Rilo Kiley, guest appearances on songs from Cursive and The...
Rapid City Project Honors 20th Century Native Americans
By Denise DePaolo
This month, ground will be broken in Rapid City’s Halley Park on the First Nations Sculpture Garden. The project aims to honor 20th Century luminaries from the Lakota and Dakota Native American tribes. Those selected to be honored represent a largely untold...
Pappy’s the Original
By Denise DePaolo
Pappy’s is bright, modern, and busy on a weekday. I showed up for lunch with a friend on a Friday afternoon, and although it took us a moment to find the correct door on the first level of downtown Sioux Falls’ DocuTap...
Kountry Junkin’
By Kinsey Gustafson
If you pull up to a Kountry Junkin’ show you’ll see lines of people, flannel shirts, and plenty of junk ready to be picked. Kountry Junkin’ started out as a semiannual sale in Rapid City and has grown over the past few...
How Horses Heal Us
By Leah Vanden Bosch
Eagle's Ride Photos by Bonny Fleming of Asio Studio
Double HP Photos by 605 Staff
Horses and their graceful presence are commonly associated with sport and riding, but now, more and more people are paying attention to their ability to heal. Double HP...
Get Some Fresh Air at South Dakota’s Newest State Park
By Jordan Smith
With the weather warming up, getting outside is on everyone’s mind. It can be hard to find a good place to exercise, but once you’ve found one, you’re halfway there. Good Earth State Park at Blood Run is South Dakota’s newest addition...